Discover the perfect Up North retreat with this beautiful home situated on 1.26 acres in a prime recreational location. Just 2 minutes from Chain Lakes Beach, only a mile from South Branch, and surrounded by several lakes and the AuSable River, this property offers year-round opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, and outdoor adventure. Inside, you'll appreciate the beautiful woodwork that adds warmth and character throughout the main floor. The spacious garage features a second level that's ideal for extra storage, a workshop, hobby space, or your own private hideaway. It also has a small basement, perfect for some extra storage or a canning room. A standout feature of this home is the second floor, which has its own private exterior entrance, full bathroom, and walk-in closet. Excellent potential for a separate living space, guest suite, or home office. Beautiful landscaping with 20 new trees recently planted on the property. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/1)
$215,000
8278 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761
3beds
1,148sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,439/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
1.26 Acres Lot
$209,600 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 14 days |
- 431 |
- 18 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Polly Hollis 989-860-6003,
Homes by Hollis EXP 989-797-3300,
Ryan Jennings 248-249-5206,
EXP Realty
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50215688
Originating MLS: Saginaw Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Saginaw Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,148
- Total interior livable area: 1,148 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,148
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3 or More Spaces, Garage, Detached, Electric in Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 200
Lot
- Size: 1.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 275
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 07200830000900
- Special conditions: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: M&b
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: South Branch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $145,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,417
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan
Estimated market value
$209,600
$199,000 - $220,000
$1,738/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2026 | Price change | $215,000-2.3%$187/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #50215688 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000+37.5%$192/sqft |
Source: MiRealSource #50215688 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2023 | Sold | $160,000-3%$139/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1913399 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $164,900$144/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1913399 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,532 +167.7% | $72,500 +15.3% |
| 2024 | $946 +22% | $62,900 +17.1% |
| 2023 | $776 -6.2% | $53,700 +16% |
| 2022 | $827 +3.1% | $46,300 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $802 | $45,900 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $802 | $44,000 +3.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $42,500 +7.1% |
| 2018 | -- | $39,700 +2.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $38,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $38,800 -1% |
| 2015 | -- | $39,200 -2.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $40,300 -0.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $40,600 -3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $42,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 48761
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hale Area SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Hale Area Schools
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- $64,800-- bd-- ba-- sqft8286 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $30,200-- bd-- ba-- sqft8285 Chain Lake Rd, South branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $30,200-- bd-- ba-- sqft8285 Chain Lake Rd, South branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $65,600-- bd-- ba-- sqft8260 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $178,600-- bd-- ba-- sqft8445 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $82,700-- bd-- ba-- sqft8235 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761Off Market
- $210,0003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft8285 Chain Lake Rd, South Branch, MI 48761Sold
- $387,200-- bd-- ba-- sqft8282 Wintergreen Trl, South Branch, MI 48761Off Market
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
A local lender can help you make sure your offer is ready when you are.
Similar homes
- $159,0003 bd1 ba1.3k sqft5533 E County Line Rd, South Branch, MI 48761For Sale
MLS ID #1947252, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS - $184,9002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft7348 Blue Ox Trl, South Branch, MI 48761For Sale
MLS ID #1946794, KELLY FRANK. NGLRMLS - $298,9003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft8266 Cedar Rd, South Branch, MI 48761For Sale
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan and Northern Indiana Real Estate - $230,0002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft8331 Long Lake Rd, Hale, MI 48739For Sale
MLS ID #1947580, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS - $209,9003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft7427 Luella St, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1946914, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS
- $287,0003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft7059 Chain Lake Dr, South Branch, MI 48761For Sale
MLS ID #50211888, Sarah Rouech, Modern Realty. MiRealSource - $165,0002 bd1 ba1.5k sqft7291 Blue Ox Trl, South Branch, MI 48761For SaleMLS ID #1944229, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS
- $220,0003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft511 W Main St, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1946694, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS
- $235,0003 bd2 ba1.3k sqft6595 Wickert Rd, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1945334, CHRISTINE BEEBE. NGLRMLS
- $220,0003 bd1 ba1k sqft5540 N Bear Lake Trl, Rose City, MI 48654For SaleMLS ID #1948214, CHRIS DACK. NGLRMLS
- $228,0002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft2670 Plainfield Rd, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1946021, TERRIE CLARK-NEWMAN. NGLRMLS
- $210,0002 bd1 ba720 sqft3619 Chippewa Dr, Glennie, MI 48737For Sale
MLS ID #201841180, Autumn Prouty, Heritage House Realty, P.C. WWMLS - $182,0003 bd1 ba1.3k sqft2091 Lakeside Dr, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1947170, RIC BRAUN. NGLRMLS
- $199,9003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft289 N Grosse Pointe Rd, Barton City, MI 48705For SaleMLS ID #201840826, DeAnn M Adkins, Heritage House Realty, P.C. WWMLS
- $195,0003 bd1 ba1.2k sqft2974 Winter Sports Dr, Glennie, MI 48737For SaleMLS ID #50215404, Clifford Frost, Century 21 Professionals Sterling Heights. MiRealSource
- $185,0002 bd1 ba953 sqft5554 Dease Lake Rd, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1946526, MICHELLE BASSI. NGLRMLS
- $--3 bd2 ba1.2k sqft2073 Lake Rd, National City, MI 48748AuctionAuction.com 2
- $224,5002 bd1 ba980 sqft4022 Chippewa Trl, Hale, MI 48739For SaleMLS ID #1945596, JENIFER JOHNSON. NGLRMLS
- $195,0002 bd2 ba920 sqft8109 M 55, Whittemore, MI 48770For Sale
MLS ID #20261037461, Ryan Millard, National Realty Centers, Inc. Realcomp II - $254,9003 bd1 ba1k sqft5047 Pine St, Glennie, MI 48737For SaleMLS ID #201841756, Jonathon Allen Klukowski, Forty Five North Real Estate. WWMLS
